Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon A4000 IS and Panasonic ZS70 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon A4000 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 56 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.94″) and weighs 145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS70 has external dimensions of 112 x 67 x 41 mm (4.41 x 2.64 x 1.61″) and weighs 322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon A4000 IS and the Panasonic ZS70. Canon A4000 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 17mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 17mm thinner than Panasonic ZS70.
Comparison image of the Canon A4000 IS and the Panasonic ZS70 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon A4000 IS and Panasonic ZS70.
Comparison image of the Canon A4000 IS and the Panasonic ZS70 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon A4000 IS and Panasonic ZS70.
Top View Comparison image of the Canon A4000 IS and the Panasonic ZS70 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A4000 IS is significantly lighter (177g ) than the Panasonic ZS70 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot A4000 IS nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 (Lumix DC-TZ90) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon A4000 IS and Panasonic ZS70's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic ZS70 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Canon A4000 IS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to ZS70.
